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Manufacturing Shop Associate

Ronkonkoma, NYOnsiteFull TimePosted 28 days ago

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Required skills

  • hand tools
  • power tools
  • saws
  • edge banders
  • CNC machines
  • forklift
  • product assembly
  • material cutting
  • inventory management
  • workplace safety

Nice to have

  • carpentry

Role summary

California Closets is seeking a Manufacturing Shop Associate to join their franchise-owned location. This hands-on role involves assembling, building, and preparing custom closet products. Responsibilities include operating machinery like saws, edge banders, and CNC machines, as well as using hand and power tools. The position also requires maintaining a safe work environment and managing inventory. Basic carpentry experience and forklift operation are a plus. The company offers on-the-job training, health insurance, PTO, and promotional opportunities. This is a full-time, onsite position with day shift hours and potential overtime.

As a Shop Associate, you will play a key role in ensuring the production of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have basic carpentry experience and the ability to safely operate small power tools. This is a hands-on position that may involve:

  • Assembling and building products using tools and equipment
  • Cleaning and preparing products for delivery or installation
  • Operating machinery to produce and cut materials
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment

We value a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. If you have a willingness to learn, we offer paid, on-the-job training to help you develop the skills you need to succeed.

What We Offer:

California Closets has both company-owned and franchise locations. This location is franchise-owned, therefore earns the following benefits:

  • Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • PTO days and paid holidays
  • Retirement plan with profit share
  • Company tools and PPE provided
  • 40 hours/week with overtime potential
  • Day shift hours
  • Grow your career with us – many promotional opportunities are available
  • Working with luxury products

Franchises are independently owned and operated and may offer different benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Build drawers
  • Cut rail and pole
  • Sort, clean and organize products
  • Inspects inventory for conformance to company standards
  • Operate saws, edge banders, CNC machines. (Training provided)
  • Operate a forklift to help move and store inventory
  • Stage products
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor #NY032

Experience with hand tools and power tools.

Forklift experience and certification a plus!

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We E-Verify. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Terms and Conditions: https://www.californiaclosets.com/terms-conditions/

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’ 

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